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Erich von Däniken again shows his flair for revealing truths that his contemporaries have missed. After closely analyzing hundreds of ancient and apparently unrelated texts, he is now ready to proclaim that human history is nothing like the world religions claim---and he has the proof! In History Is Wrong, von Däniken takes a closer look at the fascinating Voynich manuscript, which has defied all attempts at decription since its discovery, and makes some intriguing revelations about the equally incredible book of Enoch.

Von Däniken also unearths the astounding story of a lost subterranean labyrinth in Ecuador said to be home to an extensive library of thousands of gold panels. He supplies evidence that the metal library has links not only to the Book of Enoch but also to the Mormons, who have spent decades searching for it, believing it to contain the history of their forefathers. And what about the mysterious lines in the desert of Nazca that resemble landing strips when viewed from the air? Archeologists claim they are ancient procession routes. "Think again!" cries von Däniken, as he reveals the data that the archeologists never even thought to check. History Is Wrong will challenge your intellect---and maybe a few long-held beliefs, too.

Von Daniken has been one of my favorites for years now. He courageous, incessantly inquisitive, and a smooth talker. It was, therefore, with some excitement that I began listening to this book - ready to receive the mysterious knowledge like an after dinner treat.When Erich began about the Voynich Manuscript, I heard myself exclaim"Yippee."It all became more intriguing when he brought Crespi's treasures and the Book of Mormons into play and I thought to myself "well this is going to get really interesting!".

Alas, Erich never brought the loose ends together; repeatedly getting off-track with sanctimonious recriminations against those who have treated him with disdain in the past. Of course, I get his frustration with the scientific community and his disgust with the lies and the attempted attacks at his credibility. However, if he wanted to write a book about that, then he should have called it like "The Abuse of Scientists Against Erich van Daniken", or something similar. Of course the title conveniently allows him to address his grievances surreptitiously, but I didn't appreciate his slight of hand at all.

In spite of repeated promises throughout the book to address the Voynich Manuscript enigma, he never does so, and conveniently lets it go for the last 50% of the book. So, after reading Erich's abbreviated notes on Voynich, what one knows about the manuscript is less than what can be gleaned from Google during a quick 5 minutes browse.

His frenetic hither and thither weaving seems to be specifically designed to confuse the reader into not noticing the large gaps and holes in his arguments and attempts to "set the record straight." Perhaps van Daniken should stop penning books now, or get a decent editor to read his work, and point out the vacuities in his arguments and prose.

20 of 22 people found this review helpful

Isabel

THE WOODLANDS, TX, United States

22/08/12

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"An assault to the ears"

What disappointed you about History Is Wrong?

While the topic was intriguing the narration was hard to sit through, I kept hoping it would be less explosive as time went on but no such luck. Im not sure if he doing his imitation of the author or the newsreels of the 1930's.

Would you recommend History Is Wrong to your friends? Why or why not?

I'm afraid I would not recommend to my friends.

5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Rafael

14/01/15

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"Worst audio ever"

Whoever thought this narrative was would make this rambling sound better has a very unique sense of taste. Play the sample , the persons yells like an old senior citizen with Alzheimer's. This book was very difficult to listen to. If you are interested in this alien influence subject just invest in chariot of the gods.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Rusty H.

12/08/17

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"Book written to defend authors reputation."

Book contains historical information including authors stories of his professional troubles which should have been included.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Anonymous

28/07/17

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"love these books"

I love erich von daniken's books. I'm fairly new to this subject and I'm really enjoying the many topics and information that is is put forth. Erich von daniken does a great job of keeping me interested eager to learn more and read as many of his book I can get my hands on!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

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madison, wi usa

4/05/17

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"great book, bad narrator"

as always with evd, fascinating stuff here. bad narrator, but you get used to it.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

gary folz

2/12/16

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"very interesting"

I love his work, makes you think about what we have been taught and believe

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Michael

8/10/16

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"Interesting"

worth the read. I feel like it only scratches the surface. I will listen to more of his works.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

joe

16/03/16

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"Nowhere near the scale of Chariot Of The Gods"

What disappointed you about History Is Wrong?

I expected Erich Von Daniken to make a good case for why history is wrong instead the book focused more on His Public Relations Woes, theology of the Mormon Faith and the golden plates and about a failed Ecuadorian expedition.

Would you ever listen to anything by Erich von Daniken again?

This was far below my expectations after seeing Erich charismatic interviews and read his famous book Chariot Of The Gods, no I will not buy another book.

What didn’t you like about John Allen Nelson’s performance?

Guy sounded like a salesperson bad narration. Erich would have been much better.

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

Boredom I put my audible player at 2x speed so I could finish the book faster and start on a new audiobook.

Any additional comments?

Theirs so many topics Erich could have chosen to make a good case of why history is wrong but instead focused more on his Public Relations problems, that's very bad judgment.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Rage

1/03/16

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"Great book"

A very good audio. The only bad thing is when they talk about images that you cannot see =)

0 of 0 people found this review helpful

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Andrew

Doha, Qatar

18/02/14

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"interesting ideas strung together randomly"

What disappointed you about History Is Wrong?

The narration is so quick you don't have any time to take in the proposed ideas. And much as I like Von Daniken books, he asks so much of the reader here while saying every other idea that asks something of the reader is just wrong. Sans explanation why his should be the only idea you think of. At the end of the day they're all theories, but he doesnt even attempt to justify why his is the correct one.

Has History Is Wrong put you off other books in this genre?

No

Who might you have cast as narrator instead of John Allen Nelson?

Erich Von Daniken

You didn’t love this book--but did it have any redeeming qualities?

Very interesting thought idea.

Any additional comments?

His other books are better.

7 of 8 people found this review helpful

James Wing

9/06/16

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"It's not bad"

Personally I prefer his actual theories to his angry rambling but interesting all the same.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

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